"In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." — Benjamin Franklin As an experienced short-term rental (STR) investor, you’re all too familiar with how taxes can chip away at your cash flow. Rising property values often bring higher taxes, but the real problem comes from how property tax assessments lag behind actual market conditions. This lag … [Read more...] about How Rising Property Taxes Impact STR Investors & How to Protect Cash Flow
Airbnb Investing Ideas
Boost Your Airbnb Profits by Embracing the Slow Travel Movement
Why I'm Investing in Slow Travel--and Why You Might Want to Consider It Have you noticed how travel is changing? As both an Airbnb investor and someone who loves the slow travel lifestyle, I've seen more and more people opting for longer stays that let them really get to know a place. This trend, known as slow travel, is catching on with remote workers, online entrepreneurs, … [Read more...] about Boost Your Airbnb Profits by Embracing the Slow Travel Movement
Why I Sold Our STR’s at The Peak: Navigating The Future of STR Investments
The journey into real estate began in the late 90s, with a foray into Airbnb properties starting in 2014. Over the years, much has been learned as an investor, yet the market constantly evolves, and so must the strategies. Reflecting on the trajectory of the short-term rental (STR) market, especially within the U.S., it's clear that while success has been notable, significant … [Read more...] about Why I Sold Our STR’s at The Peak: Navigating The Future of STR Investments
Perspective on Housing Values & Interest Rates
Market Volatility Could Impact Housing Values When Rates Fall You’ve probably heard the old adage that extremely low supply across the U.S means home prices can only go up. But hold on a second—what if I told you that even with low inventory, there's a significant risk that prices could go down? Let's unpack this together. The Low Supply Dilemma It's no secret that … [Read more...] about Perspective on Housing Values & Interest Rates